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Spring Break is just around the corner (yay!) and while you are busy studying and stressing out over finals, I present to you some spring break wardrobe essentials. Hopefully they will help bring some sunshine, and a little distraction, to the dreaded Finals Week.

 

1. Stylish Sunnies

Tossing on a pair of fun sunglasses is the simplest way to ramp up any boring outfit. I have found that Target has many affordable, but still oh so cute, options to choose from. Make sure when buying a pair that they have UV protection.

https://www.target.com/p/women-s-round-sunglasses-a-new-day-153-brown/-/A-52990304

Target for $14.99

 

2. Handy Hat

When heading to the beach, lounging by the pool or hiking this break, a hat is a must have that serves two purposes: to protect your face from the sun and to also make you look stylish without trying. Go for any style you like such as a wide brimmed sun hat, a baseball cap, what have you. I personally own one of these sun hats that rolls up so it can easily fit in my purse or suitcase without losing its shape. I can attest that they do look very cute on as well.

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3293504/womens-sonoma-goods-for-life-colorblock-roll-up-visor.jsp?prdPV=2

Kohl’s on sale for $11.20 (original price $28)

 

3. Super Swim Suit

This one is pretty obvious but definitely necessary. Since warm weather is finally heading our way, so are the beach trips and pool days. There are millions of options out there to choose from so find a suit that fits you and your personal style.

https://www.target.com/p/women-s-v-neckline-one-piece-swimsuit-kona-sol-153-pink-floral/-/A-53919155?preselect=53805189#lnk=sametab

Target for $34.99

 

4. Clever Cover-Up

This one goes hand in hand with the swim suit. There is no need to walk into a beach side restaurant in nothing but your dripping suit so choose a cute cover-up to wear over it.

https://www.target.com/p/women-s-lace-up-eyelet-cover-up-dress-kona-sol-153/-/A-53802908?preselect=53740772#lnk=sametab

Target for $22.99

 

5. Strappy Sandals

Since it’s finally warm enough to wear sandals again, snag yourself a cute pair to strut around in. As much as I love my Birkenstocks that I wear with everything, some outfits just need a cute strappy pair of sandals.

https://www.target.com/p/women-s-cami-braided-thong-sandals-shade-shore-153/-/A-54049071?preselect=53820068#lnk=sametab

Target for $12.99

 

6. Sweet Sundress

There are endless styles, cuts, colors and prints of sundresses out there. Find one that you feel good in and know you will wear again and again. My advice is to go to a store and try on as many styles as you can until you find one or two cuts that you love. That way, when you decide to go online shopping, picking one out will become so much easier.

https://www.lulus.com/products/yacht-rock-blue-and-white-striped-off-the-shoulder-midi-dress/481502.html

Lulu’s for $66

 

Photographer and writer studying art and literary journalism at UCI. I like food, fashion and photos.
Elizabeth is a second-year English major at University of California, Irvine. This is her second year as a writer for Her Campus UCI, but her first year as Co-Campus Coordinator. In her free time she loves to write short stories and read fantasy novels.